As the players had their last team meeting and cleared out their lockers, the San Francisco announced their 2017 team awards.
Len Eshmont Award: WR Marquise Goodwin
The Len Eshmont Award is voted on by the players and is given to the 49er who best exemplifies the inspirational and courageous play of Len Eshmont, an original member of the 1946 49ers team.
Bill Walsh Award: FB Kyle Juszczyk
The Bill Walsh Award was established in 2004 in honor of San Francisco’s Hall of Fame Head Coach. The award, which is voted on by the coaching staff, is given to the 49er who has best represented the standard of professional excellence established by Walsh.
Bobb McKittrick Award: C Daniel Kilgore
The Bobb McKittrick Award is given annually to the 49ers offensive lineman who best represents the courage, intensity and sacrifice displayed by the longtime offensive line coach, during his 21 years of service to the 49ers. The award was established by the 49ers in 1999, and is voted on by the offensive line.
Hazeltine Iron Man Award: DL DeForest Buckner
The Hazeltine Iron Man Award is named for former linebacker Matt Hazeltine, a 13-year performer who played more seasons at linebacker than any other 49ers player. Known for his durability and dedication, Hazeltine passed away in 1987 from ALS, and Bill Walsh established the award in his honor that year. The award is given annually to the most courageous and inspirational defensive player as voted upon by the defensive coaches.
Thomas Herrion Memorial Award: DB Adrian Colbert
Thomas Herrion Memorial Award was established in 2005 by 49ers owners Denise and John York and is presented to a rookie or first-year player who best represents the dream of Thomas Herrion. The recipient has taken advantage of every opportunity, turned it into a positive situation and made their dream turn into a reality. The award is voted on by the coaches.
Ed Block Courage Award: WR Marquise Goodwin
The Ed Block Courage Award is named after Ed Block, the former head athletic trainer of the Baltimore Colts of 23 years. Block was a pioneer in his profession and a respected humanitarian whose most passionate cause was helping children of abuse. The award is presented in his name each year to the player that exemplified a commitment to sportsmanship and courage.
Perry/Yonamine Unity Award: K Robbie Gould
The Perry/Yonamine Award is presented to the 49ers player who exhibits an exceptional commitment to promoting unity within the team and in their community. The Perry/Yonamine Unity Award is named for the former 49ers players and pioneers of unity and diversity, Joe “The Jet” Perry and Wally Yonamine, and is voted on by the players.
Community Relations Service Awards
Together, players from the San Francisco 49ers provided over 500 hours of community service during the 2017 season. Top participants and winners of the Community Relations Service Awards were TE Garrett Celek with this season’s veteran player award, S Chanceller James with the rookie player award, RB Raheem Mostert and his wife Devon, along with LB Dekoda Watson and his wife Cristina and their son as the co-recipients of the family award. 49ers FB Kyle Juszczyk received the youth football award while 49ers general manager John Lynch won the 49ers NFL Salute to Service Award. Dennis Brown was presented with the alumnus award for the seventh consecutive year.
Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: P Bradley Pinion
The Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, named after the late Hall of Fame running back of the Chicago Bears, is given annually to the player who best exemplifies a commitment to philanthropy and community involvement.
Garry Niver Award: WR Marquise Goodwin
The Garry Niver Award is presented annually by the San Francisco Chapter of the Pro Football Writers of America to a 49ers’ player for his cooperation and professional style in helping the pro football writers do their jobs. The award is named after pro football writer, Garry Niver, who was a long-time beat writer who covered the 49ers for the San Mateo Times.
*Feature photo provided by 49ers.com and award information provided by the 49ers.
